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PermanentMay. 20, 2026

Reserve Bank of India Services Board: Direct Recruitment for Officers in Grade 'B' (General/DEPR/DSIM) - 60 Vacancies (2026)

Vacancies
60
Pay Scale
Level B (₹78,450 - ₹1,41,600 per month), initial gross emoluments approx. ₹1,54,936/- (without HRA)
Age Limit
21-30 years as on April 01, 2026
Job Location

Important Dates

Published

Apr. 29, 2026

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Starts

Apr. 29, 2026

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Deadline

May. 20, 2026

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Exam Date

Jun. 13, 2026

Job Analysis

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Best-Fit Profile

This recruitment is ideal for ambitious graduates and postgraduates aiming for a challenging career in India's central banking system. Candidates with strong academic backgrounds in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Data Science, or related quantitative disciplines, coupled with a desire to contribute to national economic policy and financial stability, will find these roles highly rewarding. Freshers are encouraged to apply for the General Cadre, while the DEPR and DSIM cadres are particularly suited for those with specialized Master's degrees and potentially desirable research/teaching experience, seeking to leverage their expertise in a high-impact environment.

Important Considerations

Individuals who do not meet the strict age limits (21-30 years as of April 01, 2026, with category-wise relaxations) or the specified academic qualifications (e.g., minimum percentage criteria for graduation/post-graduation) should not apply, as these are non-negotiable eligibility conditions. Furthermore, those seeking fixed posting locations may find the 'All India Service Liability' a dealbreaker. Candidates unable to apply online or pay the requisite application fees will also be excluded.

Career Impact

Joining the Reserve Bank of India as a Grade 'B' Officer offers immense prestige and significant opportunities for long-term career growth within a pivotal national institution. The roles involve contributing directly to India's economic and financial policy, providing a unique platform for professional development and influence. Officers benefit from a structured career progression, continuous learning environment, and an attractive compensation package, positioning them for leadership roles in the financial sector.

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About Reserve Bank of India

Life with RBI is not just another career; it's a commitment to serve the Nation, where your decisions impact the economy and the financial sector. The Reserve Bank of India fosters an ecosystem that encourages continuous learning, provides an equal opportunity work environment, a supportive HR climate, and an attractive compensation structure. As a full-service central bank, RBI handles a variety of functions, offering officers in Grade 'B' exciting job roles depending upon their postings.

Job Posts

Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) - General CadreOfficers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DEPR CadreOfficers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DSIM Cadre

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) - General Cadre: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline or equivalent technical/professional qualification with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates if posts are reserved). Alternatively, a Post-Graduate degree in any discipline or equivalent technical/professional qualification with a minimum of 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD candidates if posts are reserved).
  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DEPR Cadre (Essential): MA/MSc in Economics or related fields (e.g., Quantitative Economics, Mathematical Economics, Applied Economics, Econometrics, Financial Economics, Business Economics, Agricultural Economics, Industrial Economics, Development Economics, International Economics where 'Economics' is the principal constituent* of the curriculum/syllabus) OR MA/MSc in Finance or related fields (e.g., Quantitative Finance, Mathematical Finance, Quantitative Techniques, International Finance, Business Finance, Banking and Trade Finance, International and Trade Finance, Corporate Finance, Project and Infrastructure Finance, Agri Business Finance where 'Finance' is the principal constituent* of the curriculum/syllabus). A minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) is required in aggregate.
  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DEPR Cadre (Desirable): A Doctorate Degree in Economics, or research/teaching experience in economics, or publication in standard journals.
  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DSIM Cadre (Essential): Master's Degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) in Statistics, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Applied Statistics, Quantitative Economics, Econometrics, Informatics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics or any other related branches. OR A four-year Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, Applied Statistics, Quantitative Economics, Econometrics, Informatics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics or any other related branches.
  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DSIM Cadre (Desirable): Candidates with a Doctorate in topics related to the above subjects will be given preference. Research or teaching experience and publication in standard journals will be considered an additional qualification.

Age Limit Details

The upper age limit is relaxed for various categories:

  • Up to 5 years for Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates.
  • Up to 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates who are eligible for reservation.
  • Up to 5 years for ex-employees of banking institutions whose services were terminated due to economic reasons or bank liquidation, and for personnel retrenched from Government Offices after at least one year of service.
  • Up to 5 years for ex-servicemen, including Commissioned Officers (ECOs/SSCOs) who have rendered at least five years of Military Service as on April 01, 2026.
  • Up to 10 years for General/EWS Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates, 15 years for SC/ST PwBD, and 13 years for OBC PwBD, subject to reservation of vacancies.
  • Upper age limit of 32 years for M.Phil. qualified candidates and 34 years for Ph.D. qualified candidates.
  • Up to 3 years relaxation (not exceeding 33 years total including experience) for candidates with experience as an officer in Scheduled Commercial Banks, Public Sector Insurance Companies, All India Financial Institutions (AIFI), or prior experience in Reserve Bank of India.
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Salary & Pay Scale

Selected candidates will draw a starting basic pay of ₹78,450/- p.m. in the pay scale of ₹78450-4050(9)-114900-EB-4050(2)-123000-4650(4)-141600 (16 years) applicable to Officers in Grade 'B'. They will also be eligible for Special Allowance, Grade Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, Special Grade Allowance, Learning Allowance, and House Rent Allowance as per rules in force from time to time. At present, initial monthly gross emoluments (without HRA) are approximately ₹1,54,936/-. House Rent Allowance of 15% of Pay will be paid if accommodation is not provided by the Bank.

For candidates possessing very high academic or professional qualification/experience of significant value to the Bank, the Board may, at its sole discretion, consider granting up to four advance increments.

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Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)

  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) - General CadreTotal: 40 (GEN/UR: 16, EWS: 4, OBC: 9, SC: 7, ST: 4, PwBD-C: 1, PwBD-D: 1)
  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DEPR CadreTotal: 10 (GEN/UR: 4, EWS: 1, OBC: 1, SC: 3, ST: 1)
  • Officers in Grade 'B' (DR) – DSIM CadreTotal: 10 (GEN/UR: 4, EWS: 1, OBC: 4, SC: 1, PwBD-A: 1)
  • Overall TotalTotal: 60 (GEN/UR: 24, EWS: 6, OBC: 14, SC: 11, ST: 5, PwBD-A: 1, PwBD-C: 1, PwBD-D: 1)
Total Vacancies60

How to Apply

Candidates are required to apply ONLINE only through the Bank's website www.rbi.org.in. No other means/mode of application will be accepted. Detailed instructions for filling up online applications are available in Appendix-I on the Bank's website. Applicants should prepare by scanning a passport-size photograph, signature (black ink), left thumb impression (black or blue ink on white paper), and a handwritten declaration (black ink on white paper) as per specified dimensions and file sizes.

Candidates must keep a valid personal E-mail ID and mobile number active until the appointment process concludes. They are advised to submit a single application; however, if multiple applications are submitted, only the one with the higher Registration ID (RID) will be considered, provided it is complete in all respects. Fees paid for other RIDs will not be adjusted.

Application Fee

CategoryChargesAmount*
SC/ST/PwBDIntimation Charges only₹100/- + 18%GST
GEN/OBC/EWSApplication fee including Intimation Charges₹850/- + 18%GST
STAFF@NilNil

*Bank/Transaction charges are to be borne by the candidate.

@Fee/Intimation charges waiver is only for those employees of RBI (Staff Candidates) who satisfy the eligibility criteria separately stipulated by the Bank.

Applications without the prescribed Fee/ Intimation Charges shall be summarily rejected. Application Fee/Intimation Charges once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances.

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